License: Cosmetologist - Instructor

cosmetology instructors must be licensed in the State of Idaho. In order to obtain a license, an applicant must: 1) Complete twelve (12) semester college credit hours or equivalent of required instruction; 2) Pass an exam; 3) Hold a current license as a cosmetologist issued by the board; 4) Have a minimum of two (2) years' experience as a licensed cosmetologist in a registered cosmetological establishment and complete a three (3) month teacher's course of instruction at an approved school of cosmetology OR Have a minimum of five (5) years' experience. Term: Licenses are renewed annually.
More information about this license

  • Secondary license (other license is prerequisite)
  • State exam required
  • Degree required
  • No continuing education requirement
  • Experience required
  • No criminal record requirements
  • Expedited processing is available for military and spouses
License information updated 03/08/2018